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catherine

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Usually wears: 12

Height: 5' 4"

Age: 27

Bust size: 36D+

Body type: Full Bust

Weight: 170 lbs

Nov 4, 2013

The dress worked out great for event!

Size worn: 10

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I typically wear an 8 or a 10 in dresses, I wore this dress in a10. I have a larger chest as well as wide shoulders and a big rib cage and a short torso, so I am always worried about ordering clothes online. This was the first time i used RTR and I ordered two dress options. This was my number 1 choice and the one i ended up wearing. I was a little disappointed with the length, it came down to my knees. I added a belt to it to pull it in a little and i really liked that addition. I LOVED the lace on the top and the openness of the back. I recieved a lot of compliments on the dress and was overall very happy with how it worked out.

The dress was perfect for a formal event and I felt super comfortable all night!

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore this dress for a formal awards dinner and it was absolutely perfect. I rented both the 0 and the 2 and ended up wearing the 0. The dress is fitted, but not super tight which makes it very comfortable and appropriate. I would definitely recommend this dress!

Great option for a destination wedding in Asheville, NC. Got tons of compliments!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

It was a little restricting if you wanted to lift your arms all the way up, because the lace in front lays tight against your chest and over your shoulders. But, that was a small price to pay for the great fit, quality and all-around attractiveness of the dress. I ordered a 2 and a 4, and the 2 ended up fitting perfectly.

Unique and delicate fit // beautiful lace details // fun to style!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

This dress is LOVELY. I rented it for a hip yet formal fall wedding. Two of our closest friends were getting married, and my husband was asked to officiate. In order to play “Preacher’s Wife” I feel like I had to step up my game.
After dressing like a disgruntled office worker to the first wedding I attended as an adult, I’ve spent years attempting to undo this mistake with mostly vintage dresses or rewearing the same few Dillard's jams over and over, desperately trying to style them into something fresh. Enter RTR and this lil beauty.
PROS: GORGEOUS detail. Lace for days. Great length for a formal affair where you don’t want to show your lady business. Beautiful open back and delicate chest detail. Love the two pintucks on the front. Also really fun to style—it’s somewhat conservative on the body but took really kindly to punk and vintage styling. Tons of compliments! Looks pretty with pearls as well. AWESOME to dance in. Both top and bottom parts of the dress let you move without anything falling out.
CONS: I’m gifted in the booty department, so I was a little bummed to not have a more defined bum. The waist was defining but not as dramatic as I would have liked. I also have a smaller chest and found that I needed to wear a bra just to add some oomph to the top. The lace also may snag on a friend’s dangly earrings or a purse chain, so watch out!
HMM: There’s a bustier / inlay whose inner clasp was broken when it arrived, but I was able to make it work without it!
I’m still giving this thing a 5/5 because I loved my RTR experience and I see this dress in my dreams. We already miss each other. Come back to me, Shoshanna dress.

This was one of the prettiest dresses I've ever worn. I didn't want to return it!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

This dress blew away my expectations. The lace is gorgeous in person and I received so many compliments. I was nervous about the bra situation, but I didn't need one. The dress, specifically the bust, is so well made it gives you great shape and support without smashing your chest. The dress was a bit longer on me than it is on the model, but it was still a flattering length. I would rent this dress again in a heartbeat!

Simple yet fancy

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I wore this for a wedding. It was very comfortable. You can wear a regular bra with clear straps for this. The middle is a little loose -even after securing the elastic inside the dress. But because of my bust i could not go a size down. I am 5'3" and it came to about 2 inches above my knee. It's one of my favorites that i have rented from RTR.

sexy black dress

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

I ordered this dress as a last-minute exchange and it worked fine for my event- but not the most comfortable dress I've ever worn. I had to adjust the bottom every time I stood up (it would ride up). If you have a 'curvy' bottom, this may not work for you. The lace, while very pretty, was tight and uncomfortable against my throat. It did fit well in the bust and waist, didn't have to wear a bra due to the corset-like construction hidden inside the dress. There is absolutely no give, as is usually the case with lace. All that being said, I did receive lots of compliments and thought it looked good in pictures. I liked the defined waistline- it hit at just the right place. But, would not rent again. I marked 'runs small', but would order your normal size, and size up for your second size.

Pretty!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I loved wearing this dress, I received so many compliments on the lace detail and it was really comfortable with plenty of room in the hips, and nice that you can wear a standard bra. Highly recommend for a cocktail party or wedding!

Amazing! I wish I owned this dress!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I can't say enough fabulous things about this dress. This dress was my 5th rental and my absolute favorite thus far. It is perfect for a winter wedding/party. It is so classy and fits like a glove. It is incredibly flattering and I received so many compliments. I wear a D+ cup and didn't need a bra. There is a corset in the dress which might take some people a little getting used to but it's actually not bad at all and helps give you perfect posture. Some people made comments about the sleeves and chest area being uncomfortable but that was not the case for me. I would recommend sizing up for your backup size considering the dress is lace.

Cute LBD

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Rented this for my birthday and bachelorette party for a friend. It was a little more conservative than I usually go for, but I can't say no to lace! The back of the dress is especially beautiful and I felt very classy and grown up wearing it.

I loved this dress! Perfect for a NYE cocktail party!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Another GREAT dress from RTR! I rented this for New Years Eve and received so many compliments! The dress was very flattering and hugged the perfect spots to give you shape. The arms were a tad tight and there is a corset attached underneath the dress so I wouldn't suggest wearing a bra or you won't be able to breathe! The fit was true to size (I am a size 4 and have a 34B / small C bust size) so girls that have a bigger top than that should go up a size. All in all, perfect night and awesome dress!

Dress fit perfect! I really liked the lace detail.

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I am 116lbs, 5'5" and this dress zipped up perfectly with no problem. I also ordered the 0 but it felt a little tight around the chest area (bra size is 34B). I decided to wear my hair up to show off the beautiful neck line and back detailing. I would recommend this dress. I have a short torso/ long legs so the dress hit a few inches above the knee. Perfect for any event and I got tons of compliments.

The dress was the perfect style and dressiness for the event!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress definitely had a snug fit because of the lace, which wasn't very forgiving. I almost went with a size 6 because I am normally on the border of a 6/8, but happy i went with an 8.
Was a beautiful dress, and definitely longer on me then on the model in the picture. Would definitely recommend.

Beautiful dress, lots of compliments!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

This dress fit true to size and had beautiful lace detail. It's an illusion neckline so the lace at the top has no underlay and then the lining is shaped like a strapless dress. I wore a strapless bra to show off the lace better. I loved this dress and got tons of compliments. I would definitely rent this dress again!

Great dress for a formal evening out!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

I loved this dress! The only reason why I didn't give it five stars is because it's a tad uncomfortable. The lace doesn't give much, and the lace on the arms is a little constrictive. I'm usually a 6, but because of my chest size, I wore the 8.

My favorite dress I've rented so far!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Wedding

I wore this for a black tie optional wedding and felt amazing. I received so many compliments and it was comfortable to dance in all night long. I did wear a strapless bra, but you could go without one if you felt comfortable because it is tight up top like a corset. I loved this dress so much that I would totally consider buying it. Can't wait to rent another Shoshanna dress soon!

Classy and perfect LBD!!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

This dress is perfect for a wedding! I ordered sizes 4 and 6, and ended up wearing the 4 because it was a little shorter, but both sizes fit. I'm 5'2'' and it hit right above the knee. The lace is gorgeous and the dress is easy to dance in. Would definitely rent this dress again!

Worn to a beautiful wedding in a romantic, barn type venue.

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

Dress fit great and looked amazing. Very classy and not too revealing so it works well for a wedding. The lace detail was very pretty and wasn't snagged or ripped anywhere. The size 4 fit me very well, but it was just a tad bit tight when I would sit or bend over so I chose to size up just to be more comfortable dancing and such. I would rent again!

I received many compliments on the dress! Great material and very classy dress.

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Wedding

Pros: Gorgeous front and detailed lace-high neck
Cons: It seemed that the front portion of the dress made my stomach look like it was poking out just a little at times. Also, I ordered a size 6. I'm a 36C and I found that the size was very tight in the bust.

Great material and Classic look

Size worn: 12

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Other

The lace was sturdy and had a great feel.
I am curvy on the bottom, so going up a size made for a much more comfortable fit.
At first, I thought it wasn't the best fit on me because others mentioned not wearing a bra and the dress structure being enough. Once I put on a strapless bra, I liked the fit a lot more. The dress didn't come in as much at the waist as it could have, but it still had a flattering shape.

Beautiful, comfortable dress

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I wore this dress to a friends black tie optional wedding in November. It was classic, black dress without being boring. The dress seemed to run true to size, and was very comfortable to both sit in and dance in.

Not good for big bust

Size worn: NONE

Rented for: Party

Very beautiful dress. Nice length, fabric sexy yet classy. Unfortunately the dress was a bit tight in the bust. I could have worn it but my chest looked smushed and I was worried I would tear the back I the strap if I move my arms too far. Definitely a good dress for someone with a smaller chest.

Great dress for a wedding!

Size worn: 10

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

Good fit, true to size, and nice details, including the back, which makes the dress fun. If you are concerned about length, rent the larger size (or at least try it), though I thought the length was not too short. The only downside is that because the neckline is high and lace, you have to choose your necklace carefully. But this is a minor quibble for a dress that fits well, hides flaws, is flattering, and very easy to wear whatever your size. I have actually rented it twice!

Very short.

Size worn: None

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I am 5'2" and while this dress is beautiful it was too short for me, I just wasn't comfortable wearing it out. I ended up wearing my lbd (the only formal dress I actually own thanks to rtr). If you are comfortable with a mini skirt you will probably like this dress, I liked everything about it except the length.

Great dress- got lots of compliments!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I usually wear a 2, and even the 2 was a bit big in the stomach area for me. I ended up wearing the 4 because the 2 was very tight on my arms and chest, even though I am pretty small up top. I was a bit surprised. If you have a larger bust, might want to order up.

Great lace LBD!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Wedding

After reading the reviews, I went with this dress for a wedding on a cool spring evening, and I am glad I did! I paired it with black tights and emerald green statement earrings. The lace neckline is beautiful. The bust line has very little give, so if you are larger chested, definitely size up as a backup. Same with the skirt, it runs very fitted through the hips, so size up if you're a pear-shape like me! Overall, great dress, would recommend to anyone.

The dress was classy and made me feel great!

Size worn: 10

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

The dress is very classy but sexy and fun at the same time. There are two cons I have for this dress: 1) the mid area can be a little tight and straining on the stomach area because of the elastic piece inside, but this can be fixed by unclasping it (it does not show, if you do so) 2) the area along the shoulders/arms can get a little tight but if you have perfect posture this won't be an issue

Chest was wayyyy too small but a friend was able to wear it instead.

Size worn: NONE

Rented for: Wedding

The dress for me perfectly EXCEPT for the bust. I was so disappointed that I couldn't get the dress to zip the last inch or so. Luckily I had a backup and the dress was able to be worn by my friend who didn't like her original dress.

Loved this!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

This dress worked out really well. There isn't a huge size difference between the 4 and the 6 but the 4 was slightly better so went with that one. I felt great in it and it was pretty comfortable though the material doesn't have a lot of give.